The Cleveland Guardians open a three-game American League Central series against the Chicago White Sox on Monday at Rate Field in Chicago.
First pitch is scheduled for 7:40 p. m.
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Division Race Heats Up
Cleveland holds a slim one-game lead over Chicago for first place in the division standings.
However, the White Sox have two games in hand over the Guardians entering this series.
The Guardians carry a 41-37 record, including a 22-20 mark on the road and an 11-5 record within the division.
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Designated hitter Travis Bazzana has been productive, entering Monday on a five-game hitting streak with seven RBIs.
The White Sox look to rebound from a weekend road sweep by the Detroit Tigers, which brought their record to 39-37.
Despite those losses, Chicago remains strong at home with a 24-12 record at Rate Field this season.
Williams will start on the mound for Cleveland, bringing a 9-4 record and a 3.83 ERA into his 16th start.
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Chicago counters with Kay, who is 6-2 with a 4.61 ERA in 15 previous appearances.
